HARM REDUCTION
QLatinx leads harm reduction efforts grounded in lived experience and community leadership, with a focus on individuals historically excluded from traditional systems of care. Guided by the Eight Principles of Harm Reduction from the National Harm Reduction Coalition, this work centers dignity, autonomy, and safety.
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Through targeted outreach, life-saving resources—including naloxone (Narcan), fentanyl test strips, and overdose prevention education—have been distributed directly to the community.
With five years of demonstrated impact, QLatinx is expanding its reach to scale harm reduction education, resources, and advocacy—positioning harm reduction as a critical public health intervention and a fundamental human right.
Harm Reduction Supplies
Free harm reduction supplies and education are made available to individuals across Central Florida through events, pop-ups, festivals, direct outreach, and local distribution sites. Partnerships with organizations interested in serving as distribution points further expand access to these essential resources.
Harm Reduction Education
Grounded in grassroots research reflecting the lived realities of individuals who use drugs and engage in chemsex in Orlando, these trainings were designed to meet urgent community needs. Offered to both individuals and organizations, sessions include harm reduction fundamentals, stigma-free language, community engagement, art and healing, wellness and harm reduction, chemsex, and overdose prevention (including fentanyl test strips and naloxone), all aimed at reducing harm and expanding access to life-saving knowledge.
Support for Chemsex
We offer free 30-minute, one-on-one harm reduction support for individuals practicing chemsex. Grounded in lived experience and long-term recovery, these conversations focus on safer use strategies, informed decision-making, and connecting individuals to supportive services and referrals.
*This service is not therapy, treatment, or medical care. It is intended for informational and peer support only and does not substitute for clinical or medical services.
QLatinx Care Bot
Our custom harm reduction GPT is in beta and actively being improved. It can help answer your questions and point you toward trusted resources and support.
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Disclaimer: This tool is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical, clinical, or therapeutic advice.
Educational Resources
Browse current resources, including bilingual drug interaction charts and informational zines.
8 Principles of Harm Reduction
These are the eight guiding principles of harm reduction and they come form The National Harm Reduction Coalition
Chemsex Survey
We are collecting community data to improve our program and develop better educational materials. If you are a person with lived experience with Chemsex, please take our confidential Chemsex Survey.
Local & National Resources
Below is a list of important resources we've compile that provide support, education and services.
Recovery Connections of Central Florida
Recovery Connections of Central Florida is a one stop shop for all things recovery. They provide referrals, peer support and have recovery meetings at their physical locations. Additionally they have a 24/7 help line dedicated to guiding you in your recovery in a way that makes you feel supported.
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Website: https://www.myrecoveryconnections.org/
Phone Number: 407- Recover (732-6837)
Never use Alone Line
Never Use Alone is the US overdose prevention line. This is a great resource that you can call anytime when you are using alone. The peers that staff the line are trained to keep you company and call EMS for help should you stop responding. ​
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Website: https://neverusealone.com/
Phone Number: 800-484-3731 or 877-696-1996
Harm Reduction Works
Harm Reduction Works is a free psychosocial support group with a focus on harm reduction. Everyone is welcomed and you do not need to be sober to join. They will meet you where you are at and it is a safe place to speak about the challenges of drug use and recovery. ​For the full meeting schedule visit the website below.
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Website: https://meet.harmreduction.works/
IDEA Orlando - Syringe Service Program
Housed under Hope and Help. IDEA Orlando is the syringe service program in Orange County. It is an anonymous program and follows a one for one exchange model where the participant can bring in used syringes and receive new ones for free. ​Call for all program requirements.
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Website: https://hopeandhelp.org/solution/syringe-service-program/
Phone Number: 407-645-2577
Our Partners
These organizations have either partnered with us on harm reduction initiatives or received training from us.